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Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club

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At a Glance

    Pros

  • charming property
  • friendly service
  • close to downtown museums

    Cons

  • pricey
  • not on the beach

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Renaissance Vinoy Resort & Golf Club Review

Built in 1925, (making it the same vintage as the Don CeSar), the Vinoy is a luxury resort in St. Petersburg's gorgeous Old Northeast.Thoughtful renovations keep its yesteryear glamour and place on the National Register of Historic Places. Those on the bay side have better views of Tampa Bay, though for a higher price tag, of course. The beaches are about 20-25 minutes away, but the Vinoy is walking distance to key attractions like the Museum of Fine Arts, the Dalí Museum, and the vibrant shops and restaurants along Beach Drive. Other offerings include access to a Ron Garl-designed golf course with a stunning clubhouse, an expansive marina, and pool attendants who deliver drinks. Restaurants include swanky Marchand's, mellow Alfresco's, and exclusive Fred's.

    Hotel Amenities

  • 345 rooms, 15 suites.
  • Restaurants, bars, golf course, pools, tennis courts, gym, spa, laundry facilities.
  • Rooms have: Internet.

Member Reviews

  • mark46, from Orlando, Florida
    4/26/07

    April 26, 2007
    Looking for a wedding place?
    This is one to avoid: From check in to check out, The Renaissance Vinoy Resort in Saint Petersburg, Florida is awful.
    This resort exemplifies the term, beauty is only skin deep. We had my daughters wedding there this April. The cocktail hour, the seafood buffet, and the passed hors doeuvres were non-existent (not enough groceries). The seafood buffet was supposed to be for a party of 100, but all we got to see was melting ice. The passed hors doeuvres were far and few between. The sit down dinner resembled bad airline food, the Filet Mignon and piece of Grouper were the size of a spoon. The premium brand liquor that we paid for was not premium, the only recognizable brand was Smirnoff, which hasnt been premium in 100 years. The scotches, and gins were names never heard of.
    The next morning we held a continental breakfast at a cost of $25 per head. The continental breakfast was less than what you would expect to get free at any self-respecting Hampton Inn.
    Looking for a place to hold a wedding? This is not the place! You do not want the Vinoy, who are supposed to be wedding professionals, to handle such a special and memorable occasion.
    My wife and I were totally embarrassed by the food quality and quantity, lack of liquor selection, and service.
    The Renaissance Vinoy Resort touts itself as The Legendary Renaissance Vinoy, but when it comes down to it, its just another Marriott.

    Ratings details: Room: 2 | Atmosphere: 2 | Service: 1 | Value: 1
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